2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
